Best Bräutigam Podcasts (2024)

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99. Queer is Natural! (with Christine Wilkinson - Conservation Biologist, Carnivore Ecologist & Science Communicator) [Pangolin Pride] 1:03:19

3M ago1:03:19

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It is the final episode of Pangolin Pride! This time, Jack is joined by the incredible Christine Wilkinson to discuss how being Queer is Natural! Christine is a researcher, advocate and science communicator with a passion for Queer Ecology. So, Jack and Christine talk about their journey into this world, what queer ecology is and why it matters, an…

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98. Designing Dublin Zoo's Conservation Master Plan! (with Andrew Mooney, Conservation & Research Officer at Dublin Zoo) [Pangolin Pride] 52:35

3M ago52:35

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Today we are celebrating Dublin Zoo's Conservation Master Plan! Jack is joined by the brilliant Andrew Mooney to discuss how this came to be, what it contains and how it is aiming to create a complete paradigm shift within the organisation! Jack and Andrew also talk about the IUCN Centre for Species Survival which is based at the zoo and how the or…

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97. This Episode is Fire! (with Kendall Calhoun, Postdoctoral Researcher at UCLA) [Pangolin Pride] 54:50

3M ago54:50

54:50

Today things are heating up as we discuss the impact of fire on wildlife! To do this Jack is joined by the absolutely brilliant Kendall Calhoun, whose work focuses on helping to understand how extreme climactic events, such as Megafires, are impacting wildlife in California. Jack and Kendall discuss climate justice, the ability of different species…

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96. The Story of the Sloth (with Andrés Bräutigam, Veterinary Supervisor at the Toucan Rescue Ranch) [Pangolin Pride] 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Today Andrés Bräutigam is joining us to tell the story of the sloth! He teaches us how these amazing animals evolved, what makes them special and how we can protect them. He also discusses the day-to-day challenges of being a wildlife vet, and what it is like to work with a really diverse range of species! Make sure to share your thoughts on social…

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95. Providing Knowledge, Power & Hope Through Environmental Education (with Alerick Pacay of 'Seeds of the Ocean', & Tomás Teicher of 'Conciente Colectivo') [Pangolin Pride] 1:13:44

3M ago1:13:44

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Joining Jack today, are Tomás Teicher (Consiente Colectivo) and Alerick Pacay (Seeds of the Ocean)! They are here to discuss the power and impact of environmental education! The three educators will discuss the importance of equipping young people with skills to help protect the environment; how to engage people in environmental education; some of …

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94. The Song of the Gibbon (with Susan Cheyne, Co-Chair of the Borneo Nature Foundation International & Vice-Chair of the IUCN Section on Small Apes) [Pangolin Pride] 52:39

4M ago52:39

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Today we are joined by Susan Cheyne to discuss the singing, swinging story of the Gibbon! Susan is a co-director of the Borneo Nature Foundation International and the Vice Chair of the IUCN section on small apes. She talks about why gibbons sing, how their social groups function, and how we can help to protect them! We also discuss the importance o…

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93. Standing Up Against Homophobia & Transphobia Online (with Allie McGregor, Senior Comms Officer for the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland) [Pangolin Pride] 54:11

3M ago54:11

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Joining us to celebrate #PangolinPride is Allie McGregor, Senior Comms Officer for the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland! Allie is here to discuss how to promote positivity online and how to deal with homophobia and transphobia on social media. Plus, she tells us all about some of her favourite species from New Zealand! Make sure to share your t…

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Announcing Season 7 - Pangolin Pride! 4:03

4M ago4:03

4:03

I am so excited to announce that for Season 7 of Pangolin we are officially celebrating Pangolin Pride! 💚🏳️‍🌈 For the whole month of June, I will be releasing episodes which celebrate voices and stories from the LGBTQ+ community. I will be joined by wildlife vets, environmental educators, researchers, communications professionals and a whole host o…

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ReZOO #28: Parc Zoologique de Paris & La Ménagerie, le zoo du Jardin des Plantes! 1:09:09

4M ago1:09:09

1:09:09

On today’s special episode, Jack and Jodi discuss both Parc Zoologique de Paris & La Ménagerie, le zoo du Jardin des Plantes! Having both visited Paris in the last year, they compare the two experiences and say what each of them do well. Which is better, the historical Ménagerie OR the custom built Parc Zoologique? One thing is for certain, both ar…

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92. The Power of the Pangolin (with Kelsey Prediger - Founder of the Pangolin Conservation & Research Foundation) 44:08

4M ago44:08

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It is the Season 6 finale! To celebrate, Jack is joined by one of the first people he ever spoke to on the show, the incredible Kelsey Prediger! When they first spoke 4 years ago, Kelsey was a masters student working on pangolin conservation in Namibia. Since then, she has founded 'The Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation', influenced gove…

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91. International Chameleon Day! (with Chris Anderson & Fano Ratsoavina from the IUCN Chameleon Specialist Group) 1:01:03

4M ago1:01:03

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Today Jack is celebrating International Chameleon Day with Chris Anderson and Fano Ratsoavina from the IUCN Chameleon Specialist Group! With over 200 different species, chameleons are some of the most incredibly inspiring animals on Earth - you are going to fall in love with them! Today, the group dispel some of the misconceptions people have surro…

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ReZOO #27: Prague Zoo 1:30:42

5M ago1:30:42

1:30:42

Last year Jack and Jodi made a very special pilgrimage to Prague Zoo to visit their pangolins, however what they found was so much more than they could have hoped for! This incredible zoo is home to Spoonbills, Tasmanian Devils, Echidnas, Javan Leopards, Malayan Tigers, Giant Salamanders and SO MUCH MORE! The duo had such an incredible time and it …

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90. A Boar-ing Conversation About Rewilding & Shifting Baseline Syndrome! (with Toryn Whitehead - PhD Student and Member of BES’s Climate Change Special Interest Group) 1:15:58

5M ago1:15:58

1:15:58

Today Jack is joined by Toryn Whitehead, a PhD Researcher at Kings College London and a member of the British Ecological Society’s Climate Change Special Interest Group! He is here to talk about his research into shifting baseline syndrome, rewilding and feral pigs/wild boar in Scotland! Jack and Toryn also discuss the importance of respect and nua…

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89. The World of the Wolf (with Martha Hunt Handler, Board President of the Wolf Conservation Center) 51:43

6M ago51:43

51:43

Today Jack is joined by Martha Hunt Handler - an author, wolf advocate and Board President of the Wolf Conservation Center! The duo discuss how Martha began her conservation journey, the story of the Mexican Grey Wolf, the tale of Yellowstone National Park and how we can all help to protect these incredible, misunderstood creatures! Jack and Martha…

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88. How to Love & Protect Local Wildlife! (with Emma Hodson - Host of 'Zoology Ramblings' and 'The Biome Project', & Wildlife Champions Assistant for the Avon Wildlife Trust) 1:01:13

6M ago1:01:13

1:01:13

Today Jack is joined by Emma Hodson – co-host of 'Zoology Ramblings' and 'the Biome Project'! She is here to talk about how we can all act for the nature that surrounds us! This includes taking action in our gardens, learning more about local nature, and using apps like iNaturalist and Merlin Bird ID to form greater connections to nature! While the…

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Reading 'Blue' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 3:57

6M ago3:57

3:57

Welcome to the final bonus episode celebrating the work of Alicia Hayden – a creative conservationist, wildlife artist and poet! Her most recent poetry collection, ‘Multi-coloured Ghost Towns’, is a celebration of her life and connection with nature. Today, Jack reads ‘Blue’, a deeply personal poem about the connection between two people. Alicia’s …

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Reading 'Swimming Laps' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 3:57

6M ago3:57

3:57

Welcome to the second of three bonus episodes celebrating the work of Alicia Hayden – a creative conservationist, wildlife artist and poet! Her most recent poetry collection, ‘Multi-coloured Ghost Towns’, is a celebration of her life and connection with nature. Today, Jack reads ‘Swimming Laps’, a beautiful reflection on the questions we pose to na…

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Reading 'Something Very Gentle' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 3:24

6M ago3:24

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This week we are celebrating the work of Alicia Hayden – a creative conservationist, wildlife artist and poet! Her most recent poetry collection, ‘Multi-coloured Ghost Towns’, is a celebration of her life and connection with nature. In the first of 3 special episodes, Jack reads ‘Something Rather Gentle’, a poem about the beautiful connection betwe…

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87. What is Wildlife Artivism? (with Alicia Hayden - Creative Conservationist, Artist, Poet & Author of 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 1:14:21

6M ago1:14:21

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Today Jack is joined by Creative Conservationist, Wildlife Artist, Poet and generally lovely person Alicia Hayden to discuss wildlife artivism. They explain what this is and how it can make science far more accessible! The pair also chat about how Alicia grew up drawing and writing little stories about ants, her work with organisations like the BBC…

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NAAEE Instagram Live: Using Photography, Podcasting & Technology in Environmental Education (with Nina Hamilton from the NAAEE & Anthony Ochieng from TonyWild) 56:48

6M ago56:48

56:48

Welcome to a special bonus episode of Pangolin! Today I sit down with Nina Hamilton from the 'North American Association for Environmental Education' and Anthony Ochieng of Tony Wild to discuss environmental education. The conversation revolves around wildlife photography, podcasting and the importance of sharing our knowledge and love with the wor…

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86. The Tale of the American Red Wolf (with Craig Standridge, Nature Engagement Curator for the North West Trek Wildlife Park) 59:05

7M ago59:05

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Today Jack is talking all things Red Wolf with Craig Standridge, the Nature Engagement Curator for the North West Trek Wildlife Park! He is here to discuss this incredible creature, its story, its future and all of the incredible work that has gone on across the USA to help protect it! This involves discussions of the AZA's American Red Wolf SAFE P…

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85. Embracing Invertebrates & Unlearning Our Biases (with Jasmine Isa Qureshi - Author, Researcher, Poet, Bee Enthusiast and Founder of 'Soil To Sky') 1:12:22

7M ago1:12:22

1:12:22

Today Jack is joined by Jasmine Isa Qureshi, who is – not to set the bar too high - undoubtedly one of the most incredible speakers that we have ever had on the podcast! The duo talk all about where Jasmine's love for nature comes from, their work with organisations such as the Bumblebee Trust, and their love for flat-topped millipedes! Jack and Ja…

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Exploring 'Colouring for Conservation' by Rae Landriau [Bonus Episode] 3:22

7M ago3:22

3:22

Jack checks out Rae Landriau's 'Colouring for Conservation' - a colouring book dedicated to raising awareness of climate and conservation issues! Contained within the book's pages are the Bowhead Whale, Beluga, and Lynx... as well as a variety of smaller and crazier creatures. This book is perfect for anyone looking to relax, take a moment to thems…

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84. Colouring for Conservation (with Rae Landriau, Founder of Create Change Collective & Member of the NAAEE 30 Under 30) 1:13:29

7M ago1:13:29

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Welcome to SEASON 6 OF PANGOLIN! It feels sooooo good to finally be back - we have so many amazing things in store! To kick things off, Jack is joined by Rae Landriau to discuss her amazing work using unique, brave, and bold awareness raising methods. The duo chat all about her Pollinating Positivity Project, the River Aware Challenge, and the Clim…

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ReZOO #26: Rotterdam Zoo (Diergaarde Blijdorp) 1:28:23

7M ago1:28:23

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While in the Netherlands, Jack and Jodi made a special trip to Rotterdam to visit it’s incredible zoo! Knowing that this collection was home to Pallas’ Cats, Amur Leopards, Toucans, Gorillas and a WHOLE AQUARIUM, they had very high expectations. Thankfully Rotterdam exceeded their wildest dreams! Useful Links Don't forget to subscribe to the podcas…

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ReZOO #25: ARTIS 1:33:47

8M ago1:33:47

1:33:47

On today’s episode Jack & Jodi ReZOO the incredible ARTIS! Found right in the heart of Amsterdam, this incredible collection is home to everything from Elephants to Spoonbills. Having both been before, Jack and Jodi had high expectations for their visit – time to find out if they where met! *THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED BEFORE THE NEW LION HABITAT WAS…

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83. A Great Big Happy Recap of Conservation in 2023! [New Year Special] 56:00

9M ago56:00

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Happy New Year! Today Jack looks back on all of the year’s best conservation stories. That means we get to talk about everything from Redwoods to Manta Rays, from Echidnas to Puffins! Jack also discusses his personal highs and lows, makes some New Year’s Resolutions and reflects on what he wants to see in 2024! Thank you so much for an amazing 2023…

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82. The Pangolin Holiday Spectacular 2023: A Christmas Q&Sleigh! 1:03:50

9M ago1:03:50

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Are you having a Giraffe! It's Christmas again already?! We are back for our annual Christmas Special and this year it's just family. So, Jack sits down in front of a roaring fire, with a big mug of hot chocolate, and answers your burning questions! (some details about hot chocolate and fire may be exaggerated 👀) Have you ever wondered... What is J…

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ReZOO #25: The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (with Connor Davies) 1:39:04

10M ago1:39:04

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Welcome back to 'ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast'! Today Jack is joined by Connor Davies to discuss a zoo which promises to ‘turn your idea of a museum inside out’ – the absolutely glorious Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum! Set in the beautiful desert of Arizona, this Museum contains a Zoo, Botanical Gardens, Art Gallery, Natural History Museum, and Aqua…

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81. Against All Odds: The Scale of Extinction (with Beryl Makori of the Pangolin Project & Karen Laurence-Rowe, Wildlife Artist of the Year) [Produced with the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation] 59:57

10M ago59:57

59:57

Today Jack is joined by Beryl Makori (The Pangolin Project) and Karen Laurence-Rowe (Wildlife Artist of the Year) to discuss the conservation of giant pangolins in Kenya, and the power of wildlife art! On top of that, the trio also discuss bats, whales, chameleons and how we can all use our talents for conservation! This episode was produced in col…

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ReZOO #24: Reid Park Zoo (with Connor Davies) 1:40:32

11M ago1:40:32

1:40:32

Today, Jack is joined by guest host Connor Davies to discuss the absolutely wonderful Reid Park Zoo. Found in Tucson, Arizona, this incredible little collection boasts an impressive array of species from around the world. Jack and Connor discuss the zoo's conservation programmes, Africa & South America Trails, and future plans for development! Some…

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ReZOO #23: Phoenix Zoo (with Connor Davies) 2:24:31

11M ago2:24:31

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Welcome back to 'ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast'! Today, Jack is joined by guest host Connor Davies to discuss the incredible Phoenix Zoo. They chat all about the zoo's Arizona Trail, Conservation Work, Development Projects and what makes it truly spectacular! They also discuss amazing species such as Pronghorns, Crested Screamers, Toucans and Siama…

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80. World Lemur Day 2023 (with Dr Tim Eppley & Tojosoa "Lytah" Razafimahefa Lahiniriko) [Produced in Collaboration with the Lemur Conservation Network] 11:58

11M ago11:58

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Today is World Lemur Day! To celebrate, Lytah and Tim are back to tell us about their favourite species of Lemurs and how we can protect them! I should also say a huge thank you to the Lemur Conservation Network who helped to coordinate this! Make sure to go back and listen to the old lemur episodes we did in collaboration with them! They are episo…

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79. Wildlife Madagascar! (with Dr Tim Eppley & Tojosoa "Lytah" Razafimahefa Lahiniriko) [Produced in Collaboration with the Lemur Conservation Network] 1:11:43

11M ago1:11:43

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Did you know that the 27th of October is World Lemur Day! Today, we are celebrating this wonderful occasion with Tim and Lytah from Wildlife Madagascar. They are here to chat all about Lemur Behavioural Ecology, Eco-tourism and the importance of context specific conservation! We also take a moment to discuss how you can support this amazing organis…

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78. Walking With Gorillas! (with Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Uganda's First Wildlife Vet) 1:19:46

1y ago1:19:46

1:19:46

Today Jack is joined by Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Uganda’s first wildlife vet and author of 'Walking with Gorillas'! She is here to tell us about her journey from a little girl who would play with the neighbours Ververt Monkey, to a world leading One Health scientist who has worked with some of the absolute best in the business (including Dr. Jane…

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77. Revisiting the Land of the Lemurs (with Lucía Rodríguez Valverde) [Produced in Collaboration with the Lemur Conservation Network] 49:29

1y ago49:29

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Welcome back to the Land of the Lemurs! Today we are revisiting one of our old episodes and celebrating all things Madagascar. Jack is joined by Lucía Rodríguez Valverde (The Director of the Lemur Conservation Network) to chat all things Lemur! She gives us an introduction to the incredible wildlife of Madagascar as well as the conservation work th…

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76. How to Become an Expert Environmental Educator! (with Tobby Odhacha) 1:09:18

1+ y ago1:09:18

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Today Jack is joined by Tobby Odhacha, an environmental educator whose work in Kenya earned him a spot on the NAAEE 30 Under 30 Environmental Education List! He is here to share how he fell in love with nature and how watching his mother cultivate her own green space inspied him. As well as that, Tobby gives a step-by-step guide on successful envir…

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75. BIAZA Rising Star 2023! 18:14

1+ y ago18:14

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Welcome to a very, very special episode! I am so excited to say that I have been named as BIAZA’s Rising Star of 2023. BIAZA is the British & Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and the award recognises the efforts of an individual who has gone above and beyond to support their collection and the wider zoo community (imagine if the zoo world h…

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74. The Mabula Ground Hornbill Project! (with Dr. Lucy Kemp, Project Manager & Chair of the IUCN Hornbill Specialist Group) 52:38

1+ y ago52:38

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Did you know that some birds act almost like primates? Today Jack is joined by Dr. Lucy Kemp, Project Manager of the Mabula Ground Hornbill Project and Chair of the IUCN Hornbill specialist group! She is here to tell us all about the incredible world of the Southern Ground Hornbill! The duo chat all about what they are, how Lucy became interested i…

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73. Face-to-Face with Painted Dogs & Bat-Eared Foxes! (with Gerry Ellis, Founder of GLOBIO & Host of 'Talking Apes') 32:51

1+ y ago32:51

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Today Jack is joined once again by Gerry Ellis, a wildlife photographer and the founder of Globio - an environmental communications non-profit! Last time the duo chatted all about the Great Apes, but today they are focusing on Painted Dogs, Bat-Eared Foxes and what gives them hope! Gerry also offers Jack a piece of advice that everyone in the conse…

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72. Great Apes in the Age of the Anthropocene (with Gerry Ellis, Founder of GLOBIO & Host of 'Talking Apes') 1:14:25

1+ y ago1:14:25

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Can you name the five great apes? This week Jack is joined by Gerry Ellis, a wildlife photographer, podcast host and founder of GLOBIO - a non-profit that creates environmental films and provides training for other conservation organisations on how they can share their story. Starting with a chat about his early career and how he came to fall in lo…

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71. Hyenas & Human-Wildlife Conflict (with Christine Wilkinson) 57:14

1+ y ago57:14

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Did you know that you can use your nose to find Hyenas? Today Jack is joined by the absolutely brilliant Christine Wilkinson to discuss the brilliant world of Hyenas! The episode starts with an introduction to this incredible animal and a chat about what makes each of the four different members of hyaenidae distinct (the Spotted Hyena, Striped Hyen…

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70. Stand Tall for Giraffe! (with Stephanie & Julian Fennessy, The Giraffe Conservation Foundation) 54:12

1+ y ago54:12

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Are you ready to stand tall for giraffe? Some of you may remember that 2 years ago we released an episode all about the wonderful world of the giraffe! Well, since this series we are celebrating all things Africa it felt wrong not to include them, and so we are republishing that episode for you all to enjoy... or maybe for you all to discover for t…

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69. I FINALLY MET A PANGOLIN! 22:33

1+ y ago22:33

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Today I am going to share the story of the first time I ever saw a pangolin in real life! With over 100 podcast episodes, 10 conference presentations and a whole bunch of education work done in its name, the excitement was overwhelming. I am so grateful that they exist and that they are just as magical in person. The waddles, the sniffles, the curl…

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68. Elusive Orchids & The Importance of Mental Health (with Robi Watkinson, Host of Zoology Ramblings & The Biomes Project) 44:09

1+ y ago44:09

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Today Jack is joined once again by the absolutely fabulous Robi Watkinson, to discuss his experiences across the continent of Africa! Last time the duo chatted all about the things they should never tell their parents... like being chased by painted hunting dogs and hanging out of the side of planes! This time Jack and Robi talk about much more res…

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67. My Heart is in Luangwa (with Robi Watkinson, Host of Zoology Ramblings & The Biomes Project) 48:29

1+ y ago48:29

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Today Jack is joined by Robi Watkinson to chat all about his experiences across South Africa and Zambia! This includes filming out of the side of plane with no doors on, getting slightly too close for comfort with some crocodiles, otter spotting, and the essential but tiresome task of removing invasive Eucalyptus! The duo also discuss the importanc…

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66. The Okapi Conservation Project! (with Lucas Meers, Program Officer) 51:46

1+ y ago51:46

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Today we are finally covering one of Jack's all-time favourite animals - the Okapi! To do this, Jack is joined by Lucas Meers, The Okapi Conservation Project's Program Officer! The pair begin by chatting about what an Okapi is, and some of the weird and wonderful traits which help them too thrive in their forest home! Then, they discuss how The Oka…

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65. The Power of Music for Conservation (with Reekelitsoe "Rex" Molapo, Director of Conservation Music Lesotho) 56:22

1+ y ago56:22

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Today Jack is joined by the absolutely brilliant Reekelitsoe "Rex" Molapo! She is here to talk all about the project which she cofounded - Conservation Music Lesotho! This incredible organisation seeks to inspire environmental action using the power of music, so Jack and Rex discuss what that means, how they do it and the impact the organisation ha…

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64. A Photograph Freezes Time (with Cam Whitnall, Paradise Wildlife Park & The Big Cat Sanctuary) 45:43

1+ y ago45:43

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Today Jack is joined by the absolutely fantastic Cam Whitnall! Cam helps to run his family's zoos, Paradise Wildlife Park and the Big Cat Sanctuary. You may also may know him from TikTok, Instagram or his TV show 'One Zoo Three'. He is here today to talk about all of that, but also to share his experiences supporting different conservation organisa…

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63. The Plight of the Pangolin (with Charles Emogor, Founder of Pangolino) 53:08

1+ y ago53:08

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Welcome to Season 5 of Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast! This season we are celebrating the conservation stories of Africa. We will be talking all about the incredible work that goes on across the continent, with some of the most wonderful guests we have ever had on the show. To kick things off we are going back to our roots and talking all about…

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